Chelsea Football Club’s decision to omit Cole Palmer, Romeo Lavia, and Wesley Fofana from their squad for the UEFA Conference League has sparked conversations among fans and analysts alike. The club cited load management as the reason behind the exclusion, given Chelsea’s busy schedule, which extends to July 2025 due to their participation in multiple competitions, including the FIFA Club World Cup.
The omission of Palmer, who has been a standout player, surprised many supporters. Fans are questioning how Chelsea will maintain the fitness of key players while competing in multiple tournaments, including the UEFA Conference League, Premier League, Carabao Cup, and FA Cup.
Despite these exclusions, Chelsea announced a 23-man squad for the Conference League, which includes notable players like Pedro Neto, Joao Felix, and Jadon Sancho. The team is set to face a series of tough opponents, including Gent, 1. FC Heidenheim, Astana, Shamrock Rovers, Panathinaikos, and Noah.
The upcoming matches will be crucial for Chelsea as they aim to balance their efforts across multiple competitions and possibly achieve the rare feat of winning all three major modern European club competitions – Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League.
